Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2026
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Youth Catalyst Project (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. It explains what cookies are, how we use them, why we sometimes need to store cookies, and how you can control them.
Your consent applies to the domain above unless otherwise specified in the policy.
2. What are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work, or work more efficiently, as well as to provide information to the site owners.
3. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
Essential Cookies – Necessary for the basic functioning of our website (e.g., enabling navigation, security features). These do not require your consent.
Performance/Analytics Cookies – To analyse how users interact with our site (e.g., which pages are visited most often) so we can improve performance.
Functional Cookies – To remember your preferences (e.g., language or form settings) so that features operate as you expect.
Third-Party Cookies – Cookies set by external services we use (e.g., embedded content or analytics providers). These may collect data about browsing habits across different sites.
Note: If you use integrated services like Google Analytics, these may place cookies of their own (you should list them below if relevant).
4. Third‑Party Cookies
Some cookies may be set by third‑party services embedded in our site—for example, video players, analytics providers, or social media integrations.
External services such as Vimeo or YouTube commonly use analytics or advertising cookies when embedded on websites. We do not control these cookies; please refer to their respective privacy or cookie policies.
5. Consent to Cookies
When you first visit our site, you may be shown a cookie banner asking you to accept or manage cookies. You can choose to accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customise your preferences.
If you reject or disable cookies (including essential ones), some features of the website may not function properly.
6. How to Control Cookies
You can change or withdraw your consent at any time by:
Using the controls in your cookie banner or cookie settings section;
Adjusting your browser settings to block or delete cookies (instructions available in your browser’s help section).
Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or delete them — however, disabling cookies may impact how the website functions for you.
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. When we do, the “Last updated” date at the top will be revised. We encourage you to review this page regularly to stay informed about how we use cookies.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us at “youthcatalystproject@cofeguildford.org.uk”